The Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations (Cocopea) urges Congress to conduct a comprehensive review of House Bill 11213, the proposed Education Pathways Act, expressing concerns about its potential impact on learning outcomes and the constitutional right to quality basic education. Cocopea argues that making senior high school and tech-voc programs optional could lead to premature exits from education, affecting students' future prospects. It also criticizes the bill's separation of tech-voc from secondary education, claiming it weakens the program's stability and access. Cocopea advocates for a focus on curriculum quality and learning outcomes rather than altering the number of schooling years.
THE Coordinating Council of Private Education al Associations called for a review of House Bill 11213 or the proposed Education Pathways Act.HB 11213 was approved on third and final reading on Jan. 28, with 200 lawmakers voting for its passage. Three voted in the negative. None abstained.In a statement last week, the Cocopea urged Congress 'to conduct a comprehensive review of' the bill.
The education sector 'already suffers from reform fatigue, with many proposed reforms not delivering on their intended quality objectives and outcomes,' so Congress must 'consider more in-depth studies on the implications, challenges and benefits of House Bill 11213 and how is it aligned with the significant recommendations of the Second Congressional Commission on Education , before proceeding any further to ensure that the Philippine education system remains responsive to the...
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